A Companion to Lyndon B. Johnson
Author： Mitchell B. Lerner
Publisher： John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publication year： 2011
E-ISBN: 9781444347463
P-ISBN(Hardback): 9781444333893
Subject： K712.54 第二次世界大战以后（1945年~）
Language： ENG
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Description
This companion offers an overview of Lyndon B. Johnson's life, presidency, and legacy, as well as a detailed look at the central arguments and scholarly debates from his term in office.
- Explores the legacy of Johnson and the historical significance of his years as president
- Covers the full range of topics, from the social and civil rights reforms of the Great Society to the increased American involvement in Vietnam
- Incorporates the dramatic new evidence that has come to light through the release of around 8,000 phone conversations and meetings that Johnson secretly recorded as President
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